WI vs ENG T20 World Cup 2026: West Indies set England a target of 197
ENGLAND vs WEST INDIES: The 15th match of the ICC T20 World Cup is being played today between England and West Indies. England won the toss and elected to bowl first in this match being played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
WI vs ENG T20 World Cup 2026: The 15th match of the ICC T20 World Cup is being played today between England and West Indies. England won the toss and elected to bowl first in this match being played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. West Indies batted first and scored 196 runs. Rutherford played a blistering innings of 76 runs. England are now batting.
This is how the West Indies innings went
Subject to batting first, the West Indies had a poor start. Shai Hope fell in the very first over. King was then dismissed in the second over. However, Hetmyer took charge, scoring 23 runs. Rutherford then batted explosively, supported by Chase. Holder also played some good shots in the final overs. This helped West Indies reach 196 for 6 in 20 overs. Rutherford top-scored for West Indies, scoring 76 runs off 42 balls.
West Indies (Playing XI): Brandon King, Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hossain, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph
England (Playing XI): Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid.
T20 International matches between England and West Indies since 2024
9 matches played
England won 7 matches
West Indies won 1 match
1 match ended in a draw
What is the standings?
England and West Indies are placed in Group C in the World Cup. West Indies have played one match so far, winning that one. The Windies are at the top of the points table. England also won their first match.